2009 Buick Lucerne Consumer Reviews

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Written by: Opadave on 11/11/2009

Vehicle

2009 Buick Lucerne CXL 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)

Review

After having this vehicle for about a month, it rides like a dream, except it "won't get out of its own way. There are several concerns that are certainly safety issues. The passenger side headrest virtually blocks the drivers view when trying to see through the rear side window. Front pillar/outside mirror combo on drivers side creates blind spot. Message center display is difficult to see when wearing polarized sunglasses. Same conditions probably exist with all models of this design.

Favorite Features

Ride H-K radio Heated cooled seats

Suggested Improvements

Eliminate poor views. Gas mileage Transmission.

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A fine car

Written by: udiablo on 11/02/2009

Vehicle

2009 Buick Lucerne Super 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The so-called experts are wrong. The 2009 Buick Lucerne Super is a good value. I looked at the Toyota Avalon, Lexus, Infiniti, and Cadillac DTS and STS. The Lucerne Super was hands-down the best value. Have put almost 7,000 miles on it since mid-Sept.09 (I travel a lot) and it has been very enjoyable.

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Smooth

Written by: Indymom on 10/24/2009

Vehicle

2009 Buick Lucerne CXL-4 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We have owned this car for over six weeks. My husband's intital reaction was "we're not old enough to drive a buick". He drives a BMW 530 was won by its ride and looks. In this time we have taken road trips and much city driving. The incentives and generous trade in made it a very affordable. The interior is understaded but has all the comfort and extras one could want. The flex E85 fuel presents surprising low cost per gallon but lower MPG as well. Jury is out on the net savings. The 60 day guarantee is awesome but our advise is take the cash as you will not be considering a return. It will become a fixture in your garage if you value comfort, style and convenience. Its a keeper!

Favorite Features

Above all the ride. But the upgraded sterio sound is outstanding. The seats are comfortable and the Cooled feature is a delightful extra.

Suggested Improvements

The headrest is a bit too forward tilting for a shorter oerson. My husband would appreciate aa transmission that shifts a bit sooner for economic reasons.

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The Down Side of Safety Equipment

Written by: Mike on 10/21/2009

Vehicle

2009 Buick Lucerne CXL Special Edition 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)

Review

In general, we like the car. It has good safety ratings, but some of this safety comes from thicker roof pillars and side and curtain air bags. The side and rear window size has also been reduced compared to older cars, probably for styling purposes. The result is reduction in safety due to big blind spots, especially at both the front and back of the door pillars. Unlke the car we replaced, the front mirrors don't have adequate range of motion to see into the side blind spots . Buick has side blind zone alert avaialble as an option. We don't have it, but would not buy this car again without it. The design of this and other modern cars makes this type of system almost a necessity.

Favorite Features

Satellite radio, heated memory seats, quiet, good ride, good leg room, excellent build quality

Suggested Improvements

It is a little sluggish which might be improved with a 6 speed transmission, better visablity and ease of entry, number the speedometer every 10 MPH instead of every 20 MPH. Make fog lights and dual exhaust outlets standard to please the crowd that really wanted another Bonneville.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Steve Preston

Written by: Steve on 09/30/2009

Vehicle

2009 Buick Lucerne CXL-3 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)

Review

My new Buick gives me 3 mpg less mileage than my 1993 La Sabre. Acceleration at 60 is very, very poor especially when typical highway speed is 65 to 70 mph.

Favorite Features

on star, sound system, adjustable seats

Suggested Improvements

I have always said "BETTER FUEL ECONOMY", this is the worst I have experienced. More responsive engine/transmission system. I will probably a foreign car made in the USA.

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Love at first drive

Written by: mrpleased on 08/26/2009

Vehicle

2009 Buick Lucerne CXL-5 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)

Review

This is my second Lucerne. I still have my first. I just couldn't bring myself to trade it in. I just love driving this car. It has been an absolute joy. It is so quite and smooth I sometimes forget that I'm driving. Whenever I give anyone a ride they cannot believe how nice of a vehicle it is. Last year I drove my '06' on a 3000 mile trip and averaged 32 mpg at 75 mph. I was astounded. I think the '09' will do better based on what I have experienced so far. I shopped hard for a new car in '06' and as soon as I took a test drive of the '06' Lucerne I bought it on the spot. After two months with the '09', I am not sorry.

Favorite Features

Cooled seats. Nav system. Blind side alert. Quietness. Handling.

Suggested Improvements

My '06' came with Heated Washer Fluid. That's only thing missing on my '09'. Alas.

9 out 11 people found this review helpful

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Much better than the pros rate it

Written by: unklray on 08/01/2009

Vehicle

2009 Buick Lucerne CXL Special Edition 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)

Review

We have only owned this car a month but it was a service rental and had 5300 miles on it. At that point it had averaged 20.7 miles per gal. My wife drove it locally a week and it went to 20.8. We drove it 125 miles mostly freeway at 70 mph and got 30.2 mpg. This car drives so smooth, quiet. Plenty of pickup and power. It has everything but the kitchen sink for options. I can't believe all the criticism I see when the pros rate it. Definitely recommend it if you want a great ride and value in a luxury sedan.

Favorite Features

The drivers seat goes back when you take the key out of the ignition and memory seat puts it back when you get in. Good mileage and power side scan radar to warn you if someone is in your blind spot.

Suggested Improvements

I wish the drivers seat would raise a little higher for me. More color choices. Otherwise perfect.

17 out 18 people found this review helpful

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2009 Lucerne CXL

Written by: jack on 04/23/2009

Vehicle

2009 Buick Lucerne CXL 4dr Sedan (3.9L 6cyl 4A)

Review

My first Buick after a long line of Pontiacs, Dodges, Toyotas and Fords over the years. Reason for choosing Buick was the great looks and an incredible price with GM incentives on what is a high-end luxury car. First impressions-car looks great in Black with Titanium leather interior. Smart lines all around outside and inside, elegant and quietly stating luxury. Strong 3.9L V6 engine coupled with a capable 4 speed transmission. This is a luxury car not a sports car and tuned accordingly for strong performance but not "burning rubber off the line" or "cornering at 75mph". The inside is beautiful with no gimmicky controls- logical and within reach engineered for elegance. I love this car!

Favorite Features

Interior comforts; looks; and build quality; strong engine/transmission combo; smooth and comfortable ride; internally and externally looks great - constantly getting compliments on the car. Interior controls are designed cleanly and logically, placed appropriately within reach everywhere.

Suggested Improvements

18" wheels, fog lights, and dual exhaust should be standard equipment on a car in this segment and price bracket. The 3.9L V6 although capable, is a gas guzzler and does not get any better with use-GM has done a lousy job of finding a competent replacement for the 3800 in the 3.5L, 3.6L and 3.9L

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